DWTS MAKS ANALYSIS: Week 9 - Kaitlyn Bristowe & Artem Chigvintsev's Arg. Tango

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[LovedByYou]

"Ten doesnt represent her growth or journey on this show, the ten is representing her talents and ability." Yall that was a WORD. That sums it up pretty perfectly.

[gaelleseke]

All her dances are perfect technically, but I think she should give them a soul, make the dance lives.

[chloes.]

This is my favorite dance of Kaitlyn's. I felt more from her in this dance than in all of her other dances.

I'm really proud of her this week.

[marshaflores]

It was technically a 10, but there wasn’t the snap... sizzle.. the spark. And I truly want Artem to go the distance, but it wasn’t breathtaking.

[juliemc]

To me, this is probably Kaitlyn's best dance of the season. Especially when looking back..her next dances will be epic I'm sure, but this is her dance.

[donovanbarnett]

I honestly loved this performance from Kaitlyn. I can tell she put more effort into the performance this time. And of course her technique is always perfect. I think with the confidence she got this week, she'll only be bringing more and more to her last few performances. So just anticipate what's next instead of dragging wgat you don't like because it could easily discourage her as it would yourself

[josephynealvarez]

Maks is the guy to come to especially during an Argentine Tango. His tango and Argentine tango with Meryl was the best

[nomadchica]

I loved this dance. But hearing your feedback about the syncopation, or in this case, the lack there of, was really helpful. I would also love to see Kaitlyn come out of her shell, and really emote and put some passion into her dances. I felt like in this dance she emoted more than she has in previous dances, and I really liked that. :-)

[lesliecardenas]

I always look forward to Maks analysis because it’s always matches my initial thoughts!

[melinahamezos]

I couldn't agree more with this analysis. There is no denying Kaitlyn's capability and talent, however, an Argentine Tango is supposed to evoke dynamic emotions. I was underwhelmed with the performance aspect. Her technique was beautiful, but I didn't feel in awe watching this performance as I usually do when I watch Argentine Tango dances.

[AZFiiiNESt]

I'm no professional Ballroom dancer but I felt this dance was absolutely AMAZING!! I've watched it several times because its beautiful. As an audience viewer who loves dance performances this is what I love to see! She brought so much emotion to this dance 💃Better than the rest imo I feel everyone is neutral with their dances, always the same and all over the place. Anyways, I'm excited for the coming weeks. Let's get it!!!

[nomadchica]

maks! what about the week 9 dance offs? we need to hear your critiques of them! :)

[llm]

It is always interesting how one person interprets dancing compared to how others interprets the dance. I’m not an expert of course but I loved it. I thought Kaitlyn had an intensity in this dance that I hadn’t seen before. And at the beginning(before they go down the stairs) Artem kind of pushing Kaitlyn down and brings her back up...was sexy asf to me. I thought the movement flowed in an amazing way, defiantly a different way, but amazing one none the less. I actually saw this as her breakout dance...we shall see how she is this week. I’m hoping the perfect score will give her a confidence where she just brings it the rest of the season

[j.christine]

I agree as well! I am not sure if its Kaityln as a dancer or Artem's choreography. the "BOMB!" moment is missing. Im starting to lean towards the choreography :/ but I still hope they win the mirror ball

[jadexcarroll]

I think Kaitlin has great technique I just feel like I wanted the dance to hit harder.

[reginagraham]

Max you are 150% correct on this. It was safe. They needed to take risks. But it was a 10.

[JohnSmith-nmzd]

The best Argentine Tango in DWTS history in my opinion is by Meryl Davis and Val from season 18!

[thrivingexjw]

Put Max in the judging seat!!! He knows what he’s talking about!!

[aislingdunne]

I agree with you Maks! She is a great dancer but the performance is not great I feel she lacks impact and for the Argentine tango it needs drama and a storyline

[scook]

Great analysis Maks. I think some intensity and sharpness was missing. Didn't you spend some time a few years studying the Argentine Tango?